Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, at room temperature
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy.
- Add the vanilla extract and mix well.
- Incorporate the flour and salt until just combined.
- Shape the dough into balls or use cookie cutters.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes until edges are lightly golden.
- Cool on a wire rack and decorate if desired.
Notes
Refrigerate the dough for 30 minutes for better shape retention while baking.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian